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Take a look at this nostalgic sign from when the Paris Metro first opened in 1900 for the World's Fair. Today it is the second busiest train system in the world. The official name is Compagnie du chemin de fer metropolitain de Paris. Try saying that fast a couple times.9601280

Take a look at this nostalgic sign from when the Paris Metro first opened in 1900 for the World's Fair. Today it is the second busiest train system in the world. The official name is Compagnie du chemin de fer metropolitain de Paris. Try saying that fast a couple times.

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It's never a good idea to kidnap children, but this sign is posted in Paris just in case there's any doubt.9601280

It's never a good idea to kidnap children, but this sign is posted in Paris just in case there's any doubt.

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Heading to the Arc de Triomphe? Walk through the underground tunnel to avoid the hectic traffic on the Champs-Élysées.9601280

Heading to the Arc de Triomphe? Walk through the underground tunnel to avoid the hectic traffic on the Champs-Élysées.

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Your trip to Paris isn't complete without seeing the Notre Dame Cathedral. You may get a glimpse of the infamous hunchback Quasimodo.9601280

Your trip to Paris isn't complete without seeing the Notre Dame Cathedral. You may get a glimpse of the infamous hunchback Quasimodo.

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This Champs-Élysées Avenue sign is perfect for shopping aficionados. It's a clear indication that Paris' strip of boutiques and commercial stores, including Nike and Haagen Dazs, are just a few feet ahead.9601280

This Champs-Élysées Avenue sign is perfect for shopping aficionados. It's a clear indication that Paris' strip of boutiques and commercial stores, including Nike and Haagen Dazs, are just a few feet ahead.

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Are the seeing-impaired or blind really going to notice this crosswalk signal specifically designed for them? Well the likelihood that they'll see it is really slim.9601280

Are the seeing-impaired or blind really going to notice this crosswalk signal specifically designed for them? Well the likelihood that they'll see it is really slim.

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Here's another retro Metro sign, which marks and entrance and exit to Paris' labyrinth of train lines.9601280

Here's another retro Metro sign, which marks and entrance and exit to Paris' labyrinth of train lines.

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As a word of caution or interest, you're strolling through Paris' infamous red-light district or the Pigalle neighborhood if you see several signs like this one.9601280

As a word of caution or interest, you're strolling through Paris' infamous red-light district or the Pigalle neighborhood if you see several signs like this one.

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It's clear! No bikes, motorcycles or mopeds are allowed near the Eiffel Tower, one of Paris' biggest tourist attractions.9601280

It's clear! No bikes, motorcycles or mopeds are allowed near the Eiffel Tower, one of Paris' biggest tourist attractions.

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Cross the street with caution! Hundreds of cars race through Place Charles de Gaulle aka Place de l'Etoile, a traffic circle and meeting point for 12 avenues, including the Champs-Élysées.9601280

Cross the street with caution! Hundreds of cars race through Place Charles de Gaulle aka Place de l'Etoile, a traffic circle and meeting point for 12 avenues, including the Champs-Élysées.

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This traffic sign has a universal message no matter where you're traveling around the world. It's a tow-away zone in Paris; so, make sure you avoid parking nearby.9601280

This traffic sign has a universal message no matter where you're traveling around the world. It's a tow-away zone in Paris; so, make sure you avoid parking nearby.

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We're puzzled by this 'night and day' sign. So does this mean that there's are no days or nights in Paris. It's confusing, right?9601280

We're puzzled by this 'night and day' sign. So does this mean that there's are no days or nights in Paris. It's confusing, right?

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Get your can-can on at the well-renowned Moulin Rouge, located in Pigalle or Paris' red-light district.9601280

Get your can-can on at the well-renowned Moulin Rouge, located in Pigalle or Paris' red-light district.

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We thought that old-school detective offices were a thing of the past, but this 1930s-style neon sign marks the location of the well-known Duluc Detective Agency on the Rue de Louvre. It looks like they're open for business.9601280

We thought that old-school detective offices were a thing of the past, but this 1930s-style neon sign marks the location of the well-known Duluc Detective Agency on the Rue de Louvre. It looks like they're open for business.

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We love French actors and actresses who attend the Cannes Film Festival, including the lovely and talented Juliette Binoche.9601280

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We love the French for their amazing sights and tourist attractions, including the Eiffel Tower (pictured), Notre Dame, Sacre Coeur, Fontainebleau Castle, Arc de Triomphe, Pyrenees National Park and, yes, even Disneyland Paris.9601280

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We love watching the final laps of the Tour de France as the cyclists push themselves through the streets of Paris to be the first to cross the finish line.9601280

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We love how the French spend time with friends and family at cafes in Paris' Le Marais neighborhood. Grab a cup of coffee and a croissant, sit outside and let the people-watching begin.9601280

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Kamari Cinema -- Santorini, Greece

Kamari Cinema -- Santorini, Greece

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St. George OpenAir Cinema -- Sydney

St. George OpenAir Cinema -- Sydney

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Outdoor Cinema at Parc de la Villette -- Paris

Outdoor Cinema at Parc de la Villette -- Paris

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Montjuic Castle/ SalaMontjuïc -- Barcelona

Montjuic Castle/ SalaMontjuïc -- Barcelona

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Film on the Rocks -- Denver

Film on the Rocks -- Denver

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Film Night in the Park -- San Francisco

Film Night in the Park -- San Francisco

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Screen on the Green -- Washington, DC

Screen on the Green -- Washington, DC

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Film4 Summer Screen -- London

Film4 Summer Screen -- London

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We love hearty French meals like beef bourguignon (pictured) and rabbit stew. We also like other French classics, like escargot, foie gras and mussels.

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We love watching the final laps of the Tour de France as the cyclists push themselves through the streets of Paris to be the first to cross the finish line.9601280

We love watching the final laps of the Tour de France as the cyclists push themselves through the streets of Paris to be the first to cross the finish line.

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We can't forget about the numerous bakeries that line the streets of small towns and big cities in France. Le Boulanger de Monge, Au 140, and Le Notre are just a few places known for the French-style baking, baguettes and flakey croissants.9601280

We can't forget about the numerous bakeries that line the streets of small towns and big cities in France. Le Boulanger de Monge, Au 140, and Le Notre are just a few places known for the French-style baking, baguettes and flakey croissants.

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We'd be remiss if we didn't mention the wonderful fashion created by popular French designers Coco Chanel, Pierre Cardin, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.9601280

We'd be remiss if we didn't mention the wonderful fashion created by popular French designers Coco Chanel, Pierre Cardin, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.

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We love French desserts like crème brulee (pictured), chocolate mousse and flan.9601280

We love French desserts like crème brulee (pictured), chocolate mousse and flan.

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We love how the French spend time with friends and family at cafes in Paris' Le Marais neighborhood. Grab a cup of coffee and a croissant, sit outside and let the people-watching begin.9601280

We love how the French spend time with friends and family at cafes in Paris' Le Marais neighborhood. Grab a cup of coffee and a croissant, sit outside and let the people-watching begin.

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We love the French for their big opera houses like Opera Ganier (pictured) and Opera de Paris. France has also been the setting for numerous musicals and operas, including Phantom of the Opera, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Les Miserables and Beauty and the Beast.9601280

We love the French for their big opera houses like Opera Ganier (pictured) and Opera de Paris. France has also been the setting for numerous musicals and operas, including Phantom of the Opera, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Les Miserables and Beauty and the Beast.

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The Statue of Liberty is another reason we love the French. France gave us the 151-foot gift as an expression of friendship and the ideal of liberty and freedom.9601280

The Statue of Liberty is another reason we love the French. France gave us the 151-foot gift as an expression of friendship and the ideal of liberty and freedom.

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We love shopping at markets for food and rare antiques. Open-air markets, like Paris' Rue Montogueil, are usually the best places to find fresh food.9601280

We love shopping at markets for food and rare antiques. Open-air markets, like Paris' Rue Montogueil, are usually the best places to find fresh food.

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We love The Louvre, the home of Leonardo daVinci's 'Mona Lisa.' Visitors can also view art from French impressionists, like Monet and Manet.9601280

We love The Louvre, the home of Leonardo daVinci's 'Mona Lisa.' Visitors can also view art from French impressionists, like Monet and Manet.

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We love Marie Antionette for leaving us with the immortal line 'Let them eat cake.' The Queen of France was convicted of treason during the height of the French Revolution and beheaded in 1793 at Place de la Concorde in Paris.9601280

We love Marie Antionette for leaving us with the immortal line 'Let them eat cake.' The Queen of France was convicted of treason during the height of the French Revolution and beheaded in 1793 at Place de la Concorde in Paris.

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We love the French Riviera and all of its celebrity hot spots, including Casino Square in Monte Carlo (pictured), the Cannes Film Festival and the Grand Prix in Monaco.9601280

We love the French Riviera and all of its celebrity hot spots, including Casino Square in Monte Carlo (pictured), the Cannes Film Festival and the Grand Prix in Monaco.

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We love the French for creating the infamous can-can dance made popular by the cabaret dancers at the Moulin Rouge. Hundreds of people pack the venue, located in Paris' red-light district.9601280

We love the French for creating the infamous can-can dance made popular by the cabaret dancers at the Moulin Rouge. Hundreds of people pack the venue, located in Paris' red-light district.

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We love France's rich history including the French Revolution, the Allied Forces' invasion of Normandy during World War II (pictured) and the controversial leader Napoleon Bonaparte.9601280

We love France's rich history including the French Revolution, the Allied Forces' invasion of Normandy during World War II (pictured) and the controversial leader Napoleon Bonaparte.

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Quiche is the ultimate all-in-one meal: chopped meat, vegetables, cheese and eggs in a flaky pastry crust. What's not to love?9601280

Quiche is the ultimate all-in-one meal: chopped meat, vegetables, cheese and eggs in a flaky pastry crust. What's not to love?

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We love the French for their opulent castles and palaces including the Palace of Versailles. It was home to King Louis XIV and the royal family, and the center of political power in France from 1682 to 1789.9601280

We love the French for their opulent castles and palaces including the Palace of Versailles. It was home to King Louis XIV and the royal family, and the center of political power in France from 1682 to 1789.